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The Great Cabinet Debate: Choosing Cabinets that Fit Your Kitchen

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There are a numerous factors to consider when choosing cabinets for a kitchen remodel. Style, function, design, and finish all impact the final space and the way a kitchen flows, both aesthetically and functionally. And these days we’re not just talking about the cabinet box itself, but also the shelving system inside.

 

From style to function, this list gives you some of the main considerations to make when choosing new kitchen cabinets for a custom kitchen remodeling project.

 
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The Kitchen Island serves many purposes…

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Whether you’re lucky enough to have a really large kitchen space that came built with a center island or one of those who had to buy one, kitchen islands serve many purposes. Just like on my Tuesday’s Tips post where I showed you how to convert an old dresser into an island, this post will give show you many uses for one…
 
 
You often see people with a different material for the kitchen island’s surface than the countertops. Reason being, it gives a contrast and some variety to the kitchen. It also helps to save money depending on what material is used. If you don’t really want to pay extra to have a granite surface, it may be in your best interest to have butcher block for the island. It’s great for when you don’t want to commit to a bolder look as well.
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  • a lighter counter for the island prevents the kitchen from being too dark considering the color of the cabinetry and other surfaces. Pops of color in rugs and flowers spices it up.
 
  • If the surface of the island has a ledge, it can easily turn into a breakfast bar with chairs/stools.

(sidenote: love the color coordination of dishware in the cabinets)

 
  • If you don’t have a built in island, purchase one. Tuck stools under for added seating. This is a great way to turn a kitchen into an “eat in” kitch.

Tuesday’s Tips: Turn an old dresser into a kitchen island…

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Going to your local hardware store, you may be able to get inexpensive countertops for the low. Sometimes places that cut granite will have leftover pieces for extremely cheap or even free. Just do your research and call around. Add the counter or butcher block to the top of the dresser, use additional hardware for paper towels, utensils and oven mitts. Use the drawers to house spices and pots and pans. With new knobs and some paint, this is a great way to provide more storage in the kitchen as well as REPURPOSE a dresser….

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